07/01/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/01/2024 11:21
Published on July 01, 2024
The Kansas City, Kansas Fire Department shares these hot tips for fireworks safety this Fourth of July. Residents are reminded that commercial-grade fireworks are permitted in the City of Kansas City, Kansas from July 2 to July 4, 2024, from the hours of 9AM to 11PM. It is illegal to shoot from, on, or under a vehicle whether it is moving or parked; throw or place any fireworks in any gathering of persons; shoot fireworks on any public roadway, alley, or sidewalk; within 150 feet of a fireworks stand, within 100 feet of a gas station, or within 1000 feet of a hospital or home for the aged; and it is illegal to ignite or discharge any fireworks in any building.
Bottle rockets, missile-type rockets (with guidance fins) and sky lanterns are illegal in Kansas City, Kansas.
Please help prevent injuries or property damage by following these safety tips.
It is always safest to leave the fireworks to the professionals! Here are some local firework displays in Wyandotte County.
Wishing you a very happy, safe Fourth of July!
John Droppelmann, Fire Marshal
913-573-5938
Call 9-1-1 or the Arson Hot Line 913-573-5555 to report any illegal fireworks.
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